1992 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda

To start off, 1992 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 730 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 730 Barracuda
Year Released 1992 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2984 cc 5562 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 421 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2760 mm


 

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